Antigone And A Doll's House Analysis

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In the 18th century women were supposed to act like they were perfect. They were expected to be smiling regardless of their situations and feelings. They must always follow the rules set for them and be obedient to their husband. Antigone, written by Sophocles, and A Doll’s House, written by Henrik Ibsen, display the interaction and roles with men and women. In Antigone by Sophocles, one of the struggles is between men and women. Antigone wishes to break free from the chains that her town of Thebes has created. Ismene tells Antigone that women “were not born to contend with men.” Ismene also tells Antigone that “we’re underlings, ruled by stronger hands.” What she is trying to tell Antigone is that women are expected to be obedient and passive.

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